This role provides senior clinical psychology and counselling psychology input within inpatient mental health services in the South East of England. Requirements typically include a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent qualification, HCPC registration, relevant professional experience, and strong knowledge of psychological assessment, formulation, risk management and evidence-based interventions. The successful candidate should be able to work confidently with complex mental health presentations, support multidisciplinary teams, supervise staff and contribute to service development. Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, clinical judgment, reflective practice and commitment to inclusive, recovery-focused care. Depending on experience and assessment, the post may be appointed at NHS Band 7 or Band 8a.
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) is an NHS mental health and community health provider serving people across Essex and surrounding areas. The Trust delivers inpatient and community mental health services, psychological therapies, learning disability services, specialist services, community healthcare and support for older adults. Its workforce includes psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, doctors, social workers and operational teams working across hospitals and community settings. EPUT promotes recovery-focused, person-centred care and works with patients, families, carers and partner organisations to improve health outcomes. The Trust also supports professional development, clinical supervision, multidisciplinary working and service innovation. This position is based within inpatient psychology, where the postholder would contribute specialist psychological expertise to patient care, staff support and the wider development of effective mental health services.
The United Kingdom offers substantial opportunities in healthcare, particularly for registered psychologists, therapists, nurses and other NHS professionals. British workplaces generally value punctuality, professional accountability, clear communication, equality and collaborative decision-making. The lifestyle varies from busy towns and cities to quieter coastal and rural communities; Essex provides access to London while often offering lower living costs than the capital. Employees normally receive paid annual leave, NHS pension access and public healthcare. Overseas clinical psychologists usually need HCPC registration, verified qualifications, English-language evidence and relevant professional experience. Eligible NHS posts may support a Health and Care Worker visa, which requires an approved sponsor and certificate of sponsorship. Candidates should check registration, visa, accommodation and commuting requirements before relocating. The UK has four constituent nations, each with distinct local cultures, landscapes and public services, although employment rules and NHS arrangements can differ slightly between them.
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